Does DragonflyHill Desert Farm have toilets?

Yes — toilets are available at every site at DragonflyHill Desert Farm.

Is drinking water available at DragonflyHill Desert Farm?

Yes — potable water is available at every site at DragonflyHill Desert Farm.

Does DragonflyHill Desert Farm have showers?

Yes — showers are available at every site at DragonflyHill Desert Farm.

Does DragonflyHill Desert Farm have picnic tables?

Yes — picnic tables are available at every site at DragonflyHill Desert Farm.

Does DragonflyHill Desert Farm have cooking equipment?

Yes — cooking equipment is available at every site at DragonflyHill Desert Farm.

Does DragonflyHill Desert Farm have a hot tub?

A hot tub is available at 2 of 13 sites at DragonflyHill Desert Farm. Hot tub is private and subject to availability and additional fee.

Does DragonflyHill Desert Farm have a playground?

A playground is available at 5 of 13 sites at DragonflyHill Desert Farm. We have a pool which is a great place for people of all ages to play. It is available when not in private use. See pool rules.

Does DragonflyHill Desert Farm have trash disposal?

Yes — trash disposal is available at every site at DragonflyHill Desert Farm.

How do you get to the sites at DragonflyHill Desert Farm?

2WD accessible. Park at your site. Wheelchair accessible at some sites.

Are pets allowed at DragonflyHill Desert Farm?

Yes — DragonflyHill Desert Farm is pet-friendly. On leash.

Are campfires allowed at DragonflyHill Desert Farm?

Yes — campfires are allowed at DragonflyHill Desert Farm. Always review local fire regulations before enjoying a campfire.

What is the check-in process at DragonflyHill Desert Farm?

You'll meet and greet with your host Dragonflyhill upon arrival.

What is the cancellation policy at DragonflyHill Desert Farm?

Moderate at some sites; other policies at the rest. Full refund 3 days before check in time starts.

What time is check-in and check-out at DragonflyHill Desert Farm?

Check-in at 4pm. Check-out times vary by site. Late check-out available at some sites.

How far in advance can you book, and how long can you stay at DragonflyHill Desert Farm?

Book up to 12 months ahead. Same-day bookings at some sites; the others need 2 days' notice. Minimum stay 2–18 nights depending on the site. Stay up to 29 nights depending on the site.

Does DragonflyHill Desert Farm have laundry?

No — no laundry at DragonflyHill Desert Farm.

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DragonflyHill Desert Farm

Hosted by Dragonflyhill · Desert Hot Springs, California

13 sites · RV, Tent, Lodging · 3 acres

97%

272 reviews

Family-friendly

Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is great for families and kids.

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Romantic

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About Welcome to DragonflyHill Desert Farm & Wildlife Habitat where you can experience desert magic, starry skies, and natural mineral water from our private well. Remote enough for a quiet retreat yet easy to get to and only a short drive to amenities and outdoor adventures! Please review our rules and read our entire listing description prior to requesting to stay here, to assure we’re the right space for you. Copies of our rules, registration documents, liability waiver and amenities are provided in our photos. Guests must agree to adhere to our rules and honor our cancellation policy to book with us. If you have any questions, please make an inquiry and we will get back to you very quickly. We really do love this work. LOCATION: We are located one mile down a well maintained and navigable dirt road, 20 minutes to Palm Springs, Desert Hot Springs and Palm Desert, and 15 minutes to the 10 freeway. We're near the Cabazon outlets, 2 hours to Los Angeles, San Diego, Disneyland, mountain areas, and beaches. Nearby there are local wildlife preserves, hiking and outdoor activities. We are 45 minutes to Joshua Tree and a half hour to Coachella. We truly are in the middle of nowhere and the center of everything. For folks traveling in winter, we’re considerably warmer than Joshua Tree and the High Desert. In summer we are cooler than Palm Springs. Immediate neighbors are small farmers and ranchers. Local spas and resorts are available for day use and access to their pools and ponds for as little as $10 a day ($5 seniors). We can provide space for events and entertainment for a small fee. ARRIVAL: Upon approving your reservation we'll send you a welcome message with information we need prior to your arrival to process your reservation, prepare for your arrival and provide you with check in information and accurate directions as gps apps to our location are often wrong. Please answer that initial email as soon as possible. We'll follow up with check in information and driving directions. Once in the gate, stay on the driveway and meet us on the patio with the blue shade sails. We will provide you with an approximately 15 minute orientation and tour, register you, check identification and show you to your campsite. Guests are required to fill out a liability waiver and a simple registration form. (See photos for copies of these forms.) OUR SPACE: Our land is 130 feet wide by an eighth of a mile deep in a residential neighborhood with lots 2.5-10 acres. We can see and hear our neighbors. We maintain a very quiet space but occasionally our neighbors have their own activities and events. Let us know if the neighborhood gets too noisy and we'll try to mitigate those situations. We can also provide free earplugs for those very rare occasions. Guests wanting a totally isolated experience may want to book elsewhere. DragonflyHill Desert Farm is a working farm in a wilderness area. Guests should check weather forecasts prior to arrival and assure that they have the right equipment. We have a moderate cancellation policy that allows guests to cancel 3 days prior to their arrival date to receive a refund. This allows enough time to check weather reports. There are occasional heavy rains and frequent high winds. It can get very hot in summer and reach freezing temperatures in winter. Despite our proximity to the freeway and nearby cities, and our location in a residential neighborhood, this is very much a wilderness area. DragonflyHill is not responsible for the weather. We are not a resort. Expect dry plants and patches during summer and into the fall. As a farm, we may be a bit more rustic than your typical farm to allow for shelter for local wildlife. Our cultivation methods encourage biodiversity and though we are growing food, many of our crops resemble landscaping or natural habitat rather than garden patches. Currently we have habitat viewing areas, an herb garden, an orchard, an outdoor classroom, a sheltered social distancing patio, an outdoor kitchen, meditation gardens, our (seasonal) mineral pool, community library, game boards and toys, and a tree bath. Plant varieties, wildlife and presentation may vary by season. Our farm specializes in herbs, fruit trees, desert and native plants, and edible flowers. We also grow some sprouts and microgreens indoors. We cultivate community and share what we grow with our neighbors and our guests. Guests have shared access to the outdoor kitchen and BBQ area, the orchards, gardens, patios, and grounds of the Desert Farm and Wildlife Habitat, and (for safety reasons) limited access to the pool pond and spa -both unheated. The pool pond is filled with local mineral water from our own well. The pool pond is cleaned regularly & is chlorinated. The pool pond is not cleaned daily and is shared with wildlife. including bees and birds who drink water pool side. Debris from high winds and wildlife may contribute to the pool pond environment. Currently neither the pool pond nor the spa is heated. We also have wheelchair accessible hot water outdoor showers and wheelchair accessible porta potties. The pool area is accessible to guests year round but the pool itself is winterized and unavailable from mid October through mid to late April. We work hard to keep the home well maintained & clean; we're vigilant & do due diligence with professional quarterly visits from Truly Nolen 4 Season Pest Prevention (a green company.) We doubt you'll see any unwanted critters inside or near the house or other structures during your stay, but if you do, please advise us & we will promptly address the situation. DragonflyHill Desert Farm and Wildlife Habitat is in a remote area of the desert with lots of wildlife. To help us keep wildlife OUT of the house and campsites, please keep food out of reach of critters & clean up after every meal. We affirmatively welcome children, but as this is a working farm in a wilderness area, parents will need to be vigilant of their child's safety and activity while here. We are constantly adding activities and features for children and adults. We are child friendly and we are a good location for groups. (Just message us with your details and we can tailor your stay to meet your needs.) We have 1 cat and 1 service dog. Other guests may have pets or assistance animals. Neighbors have chickens, farm animals and pets. There are a few feral cats in the vicinity as well as a variety of desert wildlife. At night you can hear the coyotes though we’ve never seen them or their tracks on our land. Common sightings of road runners, rabbits, hares, lizards, snakes, hawks, doves, desert wrens, migrating ducks (in the Spring), scorpions, mantises, crickets, mockingbirds, insects and spiders. WHO WE ARE: DragonflyHill is a community of artisans, activists, craftspeople and farmers, working together to cultivate community, develop methodologies for living and working together in ever increasing paradigms of social justice and sustainability. We are a safe and sober space that is disability and LGBTQIA affirmative, anti-racist, anti-sexist, anti-imperialist and de-colonialist, because anything else is just a bandaid. Core values of our work include attention to detail, fine craftwork and cultivating community. Some members of the Dragonfly Team live on the premises at all times and will be here for the duration of your stay. The rest of the team are community members. All Team members work at DragonflyHill Desert Farm and Wildlife Habitat in different capacities, in cooperation and collaboration with each other. It should be noted that we are not a museum community and our collective is not on display. Only 2-3 members of the community are currently responsible for hosting guests. Community members are autonomous and, much of our community functions virtually. There are also occasional community events at the farm, including farming, though many activities are just coming back after the pandemic. We hope to offer activities in the Fall. All activities will continue to be held outdoors and social distancing is required. We speak: English and Spanish. We can communicate somewhat in French, Italian and Portuguese. DRAGONFLYHILL CONSEIRGE We love to hear about your travels and share our knowledge of our community and Southern California with our guests. Our library, located on the Blue Patio, offers children’s books, local history including indigenous history, farming and gardening, wildlife guides, hiking trails, entertainment and tourist attractions. We can recommend activities on and off site including places to go with children, local hiking, museums, restaurants and shopping. In addition to campsites, for additional fees, we offer reiki, a private jacuzzi hot water mineral bath, farm tours, firewood, tutoring, tax preparation, vehicle storage, event and space rental, and classes. Three of us are licensed to officiate weddings. RULES, DOCUMENTS & AMENITIES Carefully read our listing description and our rules to determine if we're the right space for you. We know we have excellent reviews but take the time to assure that we offer what you are looking for. Each Hipcamp host is autonomous and has their own rules, amenities and features. Hipcamp does not provide guests a copy of the house rules until after you have selected a location and then requires you to agree to the house rules before finalizing your decision. There is not enough space in the listing description to include the rules so guests can see them prior to booking. If you would like to see our rules, registration documents or a list of amenities please find them in our photos or message us prior to booking and we will send you a copy. We welcome guests new to Hipcamp but please take the time to familiarize yourself with the Hipcamp platform. Hipcamp travel is very different from public campgrounds. At DragonflyHill Desert Farm and Wildlife Habitat you will be guests in our home. We welcome and encourage guests with service and support animals to stay with us. All animals must have current vaccination records.

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RV/tent sites (dispersed)

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Under Desert Skies: RV/Camper/Tents

97%

(257)

RV/tent site · Sleeps 6 · Vehicles under 34 ft

This listing is for stays of 2 to 20 nights. Please read & view photos to our whole site information (go to the top of this page, click the arrow to DragonflyHill Desert Farm). Camp in your own tent, RV or camper under the starlit desert sky on our beautiful desert farm and wildlife habitat. While we have clearly marked campsites, there are no designated/assigned spaces in our listing on the Hipcamp platform. In this way we can tailor your location to your needs. (Do you want to be near bathrooms or away from other campers? Do you want to be near the main house? What type of space does your trailer need? Will you need electricity? etc). Spaces are adjacent to other spaces and approximately 40 feet wide. We are developing autonomous desert landscape gardens in each space and installing more windbreaks, shelters and privacy panels. Some spaces have fire pits, though during high winds and dry seasons, campfires are not allowed. Each campsite has its own water hook up. All sites have a water spigot with potable mineral water from our well and a lead free drinking hose. We do not offer black water waste disposal. Most sites have electricity options (for an additional fee), Most sites have tables. Chairs are available upon request. (They get blown away by the wind, otherwise.) Please have your profile completed with full verification and payment method with Hipcamp. Message us via the Hipcamp platform with an introductory inquiry and communicate with us throughout your trip planning process from reservation to departure. For an extra fee we can offer a 15/20amp hookup subject to availability. For an additional fee, pets are allowed at campsites. This is a desert farm & wildlife habitat in a rustic environment. Tent campers should be experienced campers with adequate equipment for windy, cold or hot conditions. Sites have little or no shade. Check in is any time after 4 PM on the day of your reservation. We require you provide us with a 2 hour window so we can be sure to be here when you arrive, register you, check ID and show you to your site. (If there are changes during your travels, just keep us posted.) Guest check out time is 12 noon; we need a few hours to clean & prepare the space between guests so if you need a much earlier check in, make your reservation to include the night before. Our cancellation policy is firm. Guests may cancel up to 3 days prior to check in. This provides guests with enough time to check the weather while giving us enough time to prepare and anticipate guests' needs. Guests are encouraged to take out travelers’ insurance in the case that their trip is interrupted, needs to be canceled shortly before the date of arrival or if weather may interfere with your plans. We also recommend that all guests/lodgers have either homeowners or renters insurance in case of a loss during their stay. Prices may vary by day & season. We do not offer discounts beyond what is stated in the price of the site, on the indicated date, with the exception of some online promotions. Home sharing is labor intensive & all members of the Dragonfly Team work very hard. We pay fair wages & provide excellent guest service, which we can't do for a lower price. Please respect the thought & labor we bring to this space, and its value to us & our community. We doubt you'll find anything similar for what we are charging. DISABILITY Access: Currently we can provide access for many disabilities but are not yet fully WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE & we are working towards that. Our portapotties and outdoor showers are wheelchair accessible as are all of the patios and gardens. The outdoor showers have hand held shower heads & shower chairs and wide entrances. One of our showers provides grab bars and more than 5 feet turn around space. We do offer step free access to the natural mineral water filled pool pond but we do not have a lift or an access chair (yet). We use SCENT FREE PRODUCTS for the most part & can provide guests with a list of products. If you are sensitive to certain products, with enough notice we can halt the use of some of those products in anticipation of your arrival. Guests with disabilities are encouraged to discuss their particular needs with us to assure full accommodations, comfort & safety. RULES, DOCUMENTS & AMENITIES Carefully read our listing description and our rules to determine if we're the right space for you. We know we have excellent reviews but take the time to assure that we offer what you are looking for. Each Hipcamp host is autonomous and has their own rules, amenities and features.. Hipcamp does not provide guests a copy of the house rules until after you have selected a location and then requires you to agree to the house rules before finalizing your decision. There is not enough space in the listing description to include the rules so guests can see them prior to booking. If you would like to see our rules, registration documents or a list of amenities please find them in our DragonflyHill Desert Farm photos or message us prior to booking and we will send you a copy.

Campfires allowed

Toilet

Potable water

Pets allowed

Electrical hookup

Water hookup

Extended stays: Living the Van Life

99%

(34)

RV/tent site · Sleeps 4 · Vehicles under 34 ft

Description: In response to the housing crisis, aware that many people live full time in their campers, this listing is for stays of 3 weeks to 29 days long. This listing is intended to provide affordable lodging for people who camp full time. Currently we are only allowing a 29 day maximum stay in accordance with Hipcamp limitations. This is not a weekend or extended weekend listing. If you are traveling with a pet, we can offer discount pet fees for guests staying more than 21 days. (See extras) Please read & view photos to our whole site information (go to the top of this page, click the arrow to DragonflyHill Desert Farm). Camp in your own tent, RV or camper under the starlit desert sky on our beautiful desert farm and wildlife habitat. While we have clearly marked campsites, there are no designated/assigned spaces in our listing on the Hipcamp platform. In this way we can tailor your location to your needs. (Do you want to be near bathrooms or away from other campers? Do you want to be near the main house? What type of space does your trailer need? Will you need electricity? etc). Spaces are adjacent to other spaces and approximately 40 feet wide. We are developing autonomous desert landscape gardens in each space and installing more windbreaks, shelters and privacy panels. Some spaces have fire pits, though during high winds and dry seasons, campfires are not allowed. Each campsite has its own water hook up. All sites have a water spigot with potable mineral water from our well and a lead free drinking hose. We do not offer black water waste disposal. Most sites have electricity options (for an additional fee), Most sites have tables. Chairs are available upon request. (They get blown away by the wind, otherwise.) Please have your profile completed with full verification and payment method with Hipcamp. Message us via the Hipcamp platform with an introductory inquiry and communicate with us throughout your trip planning process from reservation to departure. For an extra fee we can offer a 15/20amp hookup subject to availability. For an additional fee, pets are allowed at campsites. This is a desert farm & wildlife habitat in a rustic environment. Tent campers should be experienced campers with adequate equipment for windy, cold or hot conditions. Sites have little or no shade. Check in is any time after 4 PM on the day of your reservation. We require you provide us with a 2 hour window so we can be sure to be here when you arrive, register you, check ID and show you to your site. (If there are changes during your travels, just keep us posted.) Guest check out time is 12 noon; we need a few hours to clean & prepare the space between guests so if you need a much earlier check in, make your reservation to include the night before. Our cancellation policy is firm. Guests may cancel up to 3 days prior to check in. This provides guests with enough time to check the weather while giving us enough time to prepare and anticipate guests' needs. Guests are encouraged to take out travelers’ insurance in the case that their trip is interrupted, needs to be canceled shortly before the date of arrival or if weather may interfere with your plans. We also recommend that all guests/lodgers have either homeowners or renters insurance in case of a loss during their stay. Prices may vary by day & season. We do not offer discounts beyond what is stated in the price of the site, on the indicated date, with the exception of some online promotions. Home sharing is labor intensive & all members of the Dragonfly Team work very hard. We pay fair wages & provide excellent guest service, which we can't do for a lower price. Please respect the thought & labor we bring to this space, and its value to us & our community. We doubt you'll find anything similar for what we are charging. DISABILITY Access: Currently we can provide access for many disabilities but are not yet fully WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE & we are working towards that. Our portapotties and outdoor showers are wheelchair accessible as are all of the patios and gardens. The outdoor showers have hand held shower heads & shower chairs and wide entrances. One of our showers provides grab bars and more than 5 feet turn around space. We do offer step free access to the natural mineral water filled pool pond but we do not have a lift or an access chair (yet). We use SCENT FREE PRODUCTS for the most part & can provide guests with a list of products. If you are sensitive to certain products, with enough notice we can halt the use of some of those products in anticipation of your arrival. Guests with disabilities are encouraged to discuss their particular needs with us to assure full accommodations, comfort & safety. RULES, DOCUMENTS & AMENITIES Carefully read our listing description (go to the top of this page, click the arrow to DragonflyHill Desert Farm). and our rules to determine if we're the right space for you. We know we have excellent reviews but take the time to assure that we offer what you are looking for. Each Hipcamp host is autonomous and has their own rules, amenities and features. Hipcamp does not provide guests a copy of the house rules until after you have selected a location and then requires you to agree to the house rules and cancellation policy before finalizing your decision. There is not enough space in the listing description to include the rules so guests can see them prior to booking. If you would like to see our rules, registration documents or a list of amenities please find them in our DragonflyHill Desert Farm photos or message us prior to booking and we will send you a copy.

Campfires allowed

Toilet

Potable water

Pets allowed

Electrical hookup

Water hookup

Retreat Package

RV/tent site · Sleeps 35 · Vehicles under 35 ft

Message host prior to making a request for this site. We need to tailor this site for your event and assure that the space is available. Last minute plans may not be available due to other scheduled use of the land. We may be able to provide a virtual or in person tour of the space prior to booking, pending approval by Hipcamp. This listing provides guests with access to all campsites and camping amenities, exclusively (not including long term residents of DragonflyHill.) Please refer to our other listings and main page for complete descriptions, photos, etc. Main Page: https://www.hipcamp.com/en-US/land/california-dragonflyhill-desert-farm-7rvhrwxv Primary listing: https://www.hipcamp.com/en-US/land/california-dragonflyhill-desert-farm-7rvhrwxv/sites/398309 Full refund if cancelled 21 days prior to booking, 30 days for holiday weekends and Winter or Spring break. (Refund may or may not include Hipcamp fees.)

Campfires allowed

Toilet

Potable water

Pets allowed

Electrical hookup

Water hookup

Lodging

2 sites

Roma Vardo Caravan Extended Stay

97%

(19)

Vardo · Sleeps 1 · 1 bedroom · 1 bed

This listing for stays of 21 -29 nights, accommodating longer term guests and traveling workers. The Vardo Caravan is a cozy Roma Vardo style trailer with its own garden, patio, entrance, parking space, refrigerator, and electricity. It is solar powered and has running water and a sink [xxxxxxxx] Vardo has its own private fire pit though during high winds and dry seasons, campfires are not allowed. There is a ceiling fan, cooling humidifier and a space heater. Other personal amenities including storage space, cleaning kits, misters and patio chairs, are provided. Vardo guests may cook outside at their campsite if they bring their own camping stoves. Common space facilities have disinfectant spray and are cleaned frequently. Currently the outside facilities are 150 feet from the Vardo, but we are working to make new accommodations closer. Photos of the Vardo were taken with a wide angle lens and the space may appear larger than it is. The interior, including the bed, measures 80 inches wide by 8.75 feet deep. The cot sized bed is 30 inches by 79 inches. No smoking inside the [xxxxxxxx] allowed with additional pet fee, pet owner interview and full and current pet vaccinations. Pets must be on a leash and with owners at all times. Long term guests may discuss exceptions to this rule, prior to arrival. We welcome and encourage guests with service and support animals to stay with us. (See rules). All animals must have current vaccination records. The Vardo is super clean. DragonflyHill exceeds HIPCAMP'S extenuating Covid-19 cleaning protocols. The Vardo is deep cleaned between guests. this is included in the cleaning fee. There is no daily room cleaning service. Cleaning & community fees apply not just to the cleaning of the guests’ spaces, but also to the cleaning & maintenance of the common areas & grounds during their stay. The Vardo is situated on one of our campsites and is adjacent to other spaces that are approximately 40 feet wide. Roma Style Vardo Caravan: Landscape design by Alvaro Ramirez and Emma Rosenthal of DragonflyHill [xxxxxxxx] by Laurie Gatlin, Ph.D., Associate Professor Art Education California State University, Long [xxxxxxxx] by Emma Rosenthal of DragonflyHill Studios Please have your profile completed with full verification and payment method with Hipcamp. Message us via the Hipcamp platform with an introductory inquiry and communicate with us throughout your trip planning process from reservation to departure. This is a desert farm & wildlife habitat in a rustic environment. Campers should be experienced with windy, cold or hot conditions. The Vardo site has little or no shade. Check in is any time after 4 PM on the day of your reservation. We require you provide us with a 2 hour window so we can be sure to be here when you arrive, register you, check ID and show you to your site. (If there are changes during your travels, just keep us posted.) Guest check out time is 12 noon. Our cancellation policy is firm. Guests are encouraged to take out travelers’ insurance in the case that their trip is interrupted, needs to be canceled shortly before the date of arrival or if weather may interfere with your plans. We also recommend that all guests/lodgers have either homeowners or renters insurance in case of a loss during their stay. Prices may vary by day & season. We do not offer discounts beyond what is stated in the price of the site, on the indicated date, with the exception of some online promotions. Home sharing is labor intensive & all members of the Dragonfly Team work very hard. We pay fair wages & provide excellent guest service, which we can't do for a lower price. Please respect the thought & labor we bring to this space, and its value to us & our community. We doubt you'll find anything similar for what we are charging. DISABILITY Access: Currently we can provide access for many disabilities but the Vardo is not WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE. The bed platform is 4 feet off the ground so it may be difficult for many people to access. We hope to introduce other glamping options in the future. Our portapotties and outdoor showers are wheelchair accessible as are all of the patios and gardens. The outdoor showers have hand held shower heads & shower chairs and wide entrances. One of our showers provides grab bars and more than 5 feet turn around space. We do offer step free access to the natural mineral water filled pool pond but we do not have a lift or an access chair (yet). We use SCENT FREE PRODUCTS for the most part & can provide guests with a list of products. If you are sensitive to certain products, with enough notice we can halt the use of some of those products in anticipation of your arrival. Guests with disabilities are encouraged to discuss their particular needs with us to assure full accommodations, comfort & safety. RULES, DOCUMENTS & AMENITIES Carefully read our listing description (go to the top of this page, click the arrow to DragonflyHill Desert Farm). and our rules to determine if we're the right space for you. We know we have excellent reviews but take the time to assure that we offer what you are looking for. Each Hipcamp host is autonomous and has their own rules, amenities and features. Hipcamp does not provide guests a copy of the house rules until after you have selected a location and then requires you to agree to the house rules and cancellation policy before finalizing your decision. There is not enough space in the listing description to include the rules so guests can see them prior to booking. If you would like to see our rules, registration documents or a list of amenities please find them in our DragonflyHill Desert Farm photos or message us prior to booking and we will send you a copy.

Campfires allowed

Toilet

Potable water

Pets allowed

Showers

Picnic table

Vacations in the Roma Vardo Caravan

100%

(5)

Vardo · Sleeps 1 · 1 bed · 1 toilet

The Vardo Caravan is a cozy Roma Vardo style trailer with its own garden, patio, entrance, parking space, refrigerator, and electricity. It is solar powered and has running water and a sink [xxxxxxxx] Vardo has its own private fire pit though during high winds and dry seasons, campfires are not allowed. There is a ceiling fan, cooling humidifier and a space heater. Other personal amenities including storage space, cleaning kits, misters and patio chairs, are provided. Vardo guests may cook outside at their campsite if they bring their own camping stoves. Common space facilities have disinfectant spray and are cleaned frequently. Currently the outside facilities are 150 feet from the Vardo, but we are working to make new accommodations closer. Photos of the Vardo were taken with a wide angle lens and the space may appear larger than it is. The interior, including the bed, measures 80 inches wide by 8.75 feet deep. The cot sized bed is 30 inches by 79 inches. No smoking inside the [xxxxxxxx] allowed with additional pet fee, pet owner interview and full and current pet vaccinations. Pets must be on a leash and with owners at all times. Long term guests may discuss exceptions to this rule, prior to arrival. We welcome and encourage guests with service and support animals to stay with us. (See rules). All animals must have current vaccination records. The Vardo is super clean. DragonflyHill exceeds HIPCAMP'S extenuating Covid-19 cleaning protocols. The Vardo is deep cleaned between guests. this is included in the cleaning fee. There is no daily room cleaning service. Cleaning & community fees apply not just to the cleaning of the guests’ spaces, but also to the cleaning & maintenance of the common areas & grounds during their stay. The Vardo is situated on one of our campsites and is adjacent to other spaces that are approximately 40 feet wide. Roma Style Vardo Caravan: Landscape design by Alvaro Ramirez and Emma Rosenthal of DragonflyHill [xxxxxxxx] by Laurie Gatlin, Ph.D., Associate Professor Art Education California State University, Long [xxxxxxxx] by Emma Rosenthal of DragonflyHill Studios Please have your profile completed with full verification and payment method with Hipcamp. Message us via the Hipcamp platform with an introductory inquiry and communicate with us throughout your trip planning process from reservation to departure. This is a desert farm & wildlife habitat in a rustic environment. Campers should be experienced with windy, cold or hot conditions. The Vardo site has little or no shade. Check in is any time after 4 PM on the day of your reservation. We require you provide us with a 2 hour window so we can be sure to be here when you arrive, register you, check ID and show you to your site. (If there are changes during your travels, just keep us posted.) Guest check out time is 12 noon. Our cancellation policy is firm. Guests are encouraged to take out travelers’ insurance in the case that their trip is interrupted, needs to be canceled shortly before the date of arrival or if weather may interfere with your plans. We also recommend that all guests/lodgers have either homeowners or renters insurance in case of a loss during their stay. Prices may vary by day & season. We do not offer discounts beyond what is stated in the price of the site, on the indicated date, with the exception of some online promotions. Home sharing is labor intensive & all members of the Dragonfly Team work very hard. We pay fair wages & provide excellent guest service, which we can't do for a lower price. Please respect the thought & labor we bring to this space, and its value to us & our community. We doubt you'll find anything similar for what we are charging. DISABILITY Access: Currently we can provide access for many disabilities but the Vardo is not WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE. We hope to introduce other glamping options in the future. Our portapotties and outdoor showers are wheelchair accessible as are all of the patios and gardens. The outdoor showers have hand held shower heads & shower chairs and wide entrances. One of our showers provides grab bars and more than 5 feet turn around space. We do offer step free access to the natural mineral water filled pool pond but we do not have a lift or an access chair (yet). We use SCENT FREE PRODUCTS for the most part & can provide guests with a list of products. If you are sensitive to certain products, with enough notice we can halt the use of some of those products in anticipation of your arrival. Guests with disabilities are encouraged to discuss their particular needs with us to assure full accommodations, comfort & safety. RULES, DOCUMENTS & AMENITIES Carefully read our listing description (go to the top of this page, click the arrow to DragonflyHill Desert Farm). and our rules to determine if we're the right space for you. We know we have excellent reviews but take the time to assure that we offer what you are looking for. Each Hipcamp host is autonomous and has their own rules, amenities and features. Hipcamp does not provide guests a copy of the house rules until after you have selected a location and then requires you to agree to the house rules and cancellation policy before finalizing your decision. There is not enough space in the listing description to include the rules so guests can see them prior to booking. If you would like to see our rules, registration documents or a list of amenities please find them in our DragonflyHill Desert Farm photos or message us prior to booking and we will send you a copy.

Campfires allowed

Toilet

Potable water

Pets allowed

Showers

Picnic table

Reviews

97%· 346 reviews

Tanesia A.
Camped in a 24 ft campervan at Under Desert Skies: RV/Camper/Tents, Sept 2026.
Recommends
The hosts were really nice. I liked the eclectic rustic decor. The pool area was really nice. The misters were wonderful. It was so peaceful and I was able to really relax.
Carlos M.
Camped in a 17 ft campervan at Under Desert Skies: RV/Camper/Tents with kids, Jul 2026.
Recommends
We love the pool and the hospitality. First time camping in the desert 🏜️. Crazy weather. Not used to it but fun. Everything was great. Just the heat that everyone was complaining. It's just getting used to it but if you like camping in the desert you'll like it
Benjamin W.
Tent camped at FRIENDS AND FAMILY. BY INVITE ONLY!, Jun 2026.
Recommends
What a beautiful experience at a charming location! The directions and the rules were clear, and the price was very fair. It was the perfect place for us to stay when we went to a concert at Acrisure Arena—only about 15 minutes away. Our campsite was right next the the pool—the absolute highlight of the location. Having some background in urban farming and regenerative agriculture ourselves, it was also great to get the farm tour, learn about the native plants and the exotics, and see the vision for the future of the farm. Emma and Andy were great hosts! Very available and knowledgeable. My two regrets are: we left the little one at Grandma’s. He would have loved it. And as a child with special needs, we definitely appreciate the extra lengths Dragonfly Hill staff goes to ensure disability access and safety. And the second was the duration of the stay! Would have loved to stay an extra couple of days to really relax and enjoy the pool, maybe work some in the garden. Oh! And we were unable to have a campfire due to the high winds (which actually helped keep the temperatures tolerable) but we received a refund for our firewood immediately! Looking forward to returning soon 😊

Amenities

Fire pitsPrivate fire pit at each site · Firewood provided, Firepit, Communal, Wood burning fireplace
Portable toilets
Potable waterSpigot, Tap, Hose, Pump or well, Bottled water or jugs
ShowersHot water
Picnic tables
Electricity hookupLess than 30 amps
Water hookupOn-site hookup
Wifi
Trash disposalCompost bin, Recycling bin, Trash bin
Cooking equipmentCommunal, Private, Oven, Stovetop or hot plate, Pizza oven, Fridge, Cookware, Cooking utensils, Dishware, Cutlery, Basic seasoning and oils, Dishwasher, Sink or other dishwashing station, BBQ
Hot tubAt some sites
PlaygroundAt some sites
No laundry

Things to know

2WD accessiblePark at your site. Wheelchair accessible at some sites.
Pet-friendlyOn leash.
Campfires allowedAlways review local fire regulations before enjoying a campfire.
Check-in processYou'll meet and greet with your host Dragonflyhill upon arrival.
Cancellation policyModerate at some sites; other policies at the rest. Full refund 3 days before check in time starts.
Check-in and check-outCheck-in at 4pm. Check-out times vary by site. Late check-out available at some sites.
Booking windowBook up to 12 months ahead. Same-day bookings at some sites; the others need 2 days' notice. Minimum stay 2–18 nights depending on the site. Stay up to 29 nights depending on the site.

Extras

Pet fee: PER PET, PER NIGHT/DAY$12.00 per nightAt select sitesPet fee PER NIGHT for EACH PET. Also must provide vaccination records.
Electrical hook up PER NIGHT$15.00 per nightElectricity per night. Electricity in the desert is very expensive, so we do need to charge extra for it. 15 amp electrical hook up per night. We do need 24 hour notice to provide electricity.
Electric hook up, 80$ per week $80.00 per itemElectricity for 1 week. Electricity in the desert is very expensive, so we do need to charge extra for it. 15 amp electrical outlet for up to 7 nights. Guests staying more than 1 week would need to buy electricity for the number of weeks they plan on staying with us. We do need 24 hour notice to provide electricity. We offer 15 amps only.
Farm & facilities Tour: PER PERSON$10.00 per itemAt select sites$20 for groups of 5. Tour of the farm, overview of desert farming and gardening, plans for the future, works in progress, the desert farm calendar, organic strategies, biodiversity and polycultural farming, composting, including probiotic composting, desert native plants, wildlife on the farm, introductory tracking.
Firewood bundle$20.00 per item15 GALLON: Includes kindling. Start your trip off right with a bundle of firewood waiting for you at your camp for your first campfire. We only assemble firewood bundles during the daytime. Order before you arrive to assure that you will have firewood while you are here. If there are high winds and you don't use the firewood we will refund you. We provide 2 sizes of kindling and split logs and starter paper. We require 24 hour notice to prepare and deliver firewood bundles.
Extra Vehicle Parking: PER NIGHT$10.00 per nightPer extra vehicle per night.
SMALL FIREWOOD BUNDLE: 5 GALLONS $8.00 per item5 GALLON FIREWOOD BUNDLE. INCLUDES KINDLING. Start your trip off right with a bundle of firewood waiting for you at your camp for your first campfire. We only assemble firewood bundles during the daytime. Order before you arrive to assure that you will have firewood while you are here.
Half dozen eggs$9.00 per itemLocal farm fresh eggs. These eggs are not from our farm but from local, small hobby farms in the area. In reusable basket to be returned to us prior to check out.
Pet fee for 1 week $60.00 per itemAt select sitesFor each week you are here you will need to pay 60$ for each pet.
Long term pet fee 18-29 nights$100.00 per itemAt select sitesPet fee for any stay from 21-29 nights, per pet. This is a special rate for long term guests.
Tent rental: Inquire re availabilit$20.00 per nightAt select sites2 person tent retal per night.
Extra Vehicle long term $100.00 per itemAt select sitesExtra vehicle charge for every stay for 3 weeks up to 29 days.
Retreat package electric: 5 sites$60.00 per nightAt select sitesThis is a discount price for the retreat listing for up to 5 electrical hook ups. Electricity is 15 amps, via extension cord that we provide.
Extra standard portapotty $200.00 per itemAt select sitesWe recommend 1 portapotty per 8 people. We already provide 1 wheelchair accessible portapotty. Additional portapotties recommended for groups larger than 8. Price is for one portapotty for up to 1 week. Stays greater than 1 week require a 2nd reservation of a porta potty. Discuss this with your host prior to booking.
Reiki session$60.00 per itemFull reiki session. Check with host before booking to assure availability.
1 week sleeping bag and pillow $15.00 per itemAt select sites35 degree weather sleeping bag with pillow, pillow protector and pillow case Each purchase is for 1 sleeping bag/pillow for 1 week. So for a 4 week stay you would need to purchase 4 items per person.
Sleeping bag + pillow + pillow case$7.00 per nightAt select sites35 degree weather sleeping bag and pillow with pillow protector and pillow case Verify for availability. We have a limited supply.

Location

Desert Hot Springs, Riverside, California, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking

Your Host

Dragonflyhill D.Joined December 2019100% response rate

Frequently asked questions

Yes — wifi is available at every site at DragonflyHill Desert Farm. This is a desert farm and wildlife habitat in a rustic environment. Wifi and phone service are usually very good but may be impeded by our location, high winds and weather conditions. We recommend guests use Verizon wireless phone service for best communication in the area. We are able to conduct all our business via our internet connection. All sites have wifi.